Formwork

Word FORMWORK
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Definitions and meanings of "Formwork"

What do we mean by formwork?

The structure of boards that make up a form for pouring concrete in construction. noun

A temporary mould, made from planks, into which concrete is poured noun

A temporary mould, made from planks, into which concrete is poured

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The word "formwork" in example sentences

The formwork sheeting (also called formwork shell) ❋ Peter Wehrmann (1993)

The formwork is the main means of work in the moulding process of the concrete. ❋ Peter Wehrmann (1993)

· In order to reduce the need for timber formwork, which is becoming increasingly expensive and environmentally unacceptable, in view of the rapidly depleting forests, a substitute for reinforced concrete beams was developed at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok. ❋ Unknown (1988)

Immediately after placement in the formwork until achievement of its inherent stability, the concrete mix, under the effect of its own load and of compaction by vibration, exerts lateral pressure on the formwork which is called lateral pressure of the concrete mix. ❋ Peter Wehrmann (1993)

A ferrocement roof is built onto a tank by laying concrete onto shaped formwork which is supported from below (Diagram 32, Figures 31 and 32). ❋ Unknown (1982)

Nice formwork, not the cheap masonry found in Haiti, It should easily survive a 8.5 tremblor, needs more natural light though, that would warm up the interior quite nicely. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Yes, there is the formwork, so it is all done “cut and cover” - dig a big trench, make the arches and fill it in again after. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Look at the mortar between the brick; the way it has spread out, clearly the masonry has been installed from the outside, against formwork. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The work was designed to ‘enhance weathering and texture’ by the use of ‘rough sawn formwork’. ❋ Bluestocking (2009)

The particular methods of construction, from the formwork to the concrete-soil mix and colour selection, were carefully adjusted to convey a sense of the past, present and future. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Rammed earth is a construction method where you make a formwork for a wall, similar to how you would if you were going to pour concrete, but then you fill it with layers of clay/sand mixed with a small amount of portland cement. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Adding to the overall efficiency of the built-work, Isler often used fiberboard as the construction formwork, a material known for its insulation qualities. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The goal to create structures of high efficiency with the lowest possible environmental impact led Isler to explore 3 types of formwork: molded earth, inflated rubber membranes, and draped fabrics. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Incidents have continued in 2008, including a collapse of concrete formwork at 246 Spring Street in Manhattan where one worker died and two sustained injuries. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Mainly used to build high-rise residential buildings and foundations, concrete operations – the pouring of concrete into formwork until the concrete is set and solid – pose unique challenges to builders in New York City. ❋ Unknown (2008)

To develop this component of the Construction Analysis and Oversight Plan, experts in concrete operations will review the entire concrete phase of construction, including the installation of wood and steel formwork and related shores; the actions of pouring concrete into the formwork; and the stripping of formwork from set concrete. ❋ Unknown (2008)

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